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2008 (S) Bald Eagle Commemorative Half Dollar

Strike Type
2008 (S) Bald Eagle Commemorative Half Dollar

Coin Details

Year
2008
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
S
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
Susan Gamble and Joseph Menna/Donna Weaver and Charles Vickers
Mintage
120,180
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel over a pure Copper center
Weight
11.34g
Diameter
30.6mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

$173 MS70 01-29-2009 David Lawrence RC

Description

The 2008 (S) Bald Eagle Commemorative Half Dollar is a half dollar produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series. The U.S. Mint produced 120,180 examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Auction record: $173 MS70 01-29-2009 David Lawrence RC. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #394415.

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